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by N5796C
Tue Mar 17, 2009 7:12 pm
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: intermittent charging troubles
Replies: 7
Views: 3200

Re: intermittent charging troubles

I had a similar issue with an intermitant generator. Occasionally I could get it to come back by joggling the master switch. However, I also had a questionable ground and a starter that was whizzing oil all over the generator. We fixed the leak and the ground, now the generator comes on line at 800 ...
by N5796C
Tue Mar 17, 2009 6:56 pm
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: Transponder and Nav Receiver noise.
Replies: 1
Views: 1173

Transponder and Nav Receiver noise.

I have a KT76a that has started to emit a high pitched (loud, yet almost to high pitched to hear) whine when powered up. It does this regardless if other electronics are powered up, or if the engine is running or not. I first noticed it after messing around with the wire bundles trying to sort out a...
by N5796C
Fri Feb 27, 2009 5:13 pm
Forum: The Pilot Lounge
Topic: Tricycle Gear 170
Replies: 23
Views: 65055

Re: Tricycle Gear 170

N5796C had a Met-C0-AIRE nose gear conversion back in 1956 (it's a 1950). The dorked up engine mount is still in place, as are the brake line fittings. In 1961 God smitted the nose wheel, a newly installed engine, the lower fuselage skin, and the Idolitor's wallet :) In 1971 N5796C was returned to i...
by N5796C
Tue Feb 10, 2009 12:22 am
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: Need I/A in PNW for 170B
Replies: 11
Views: 4480

Re: Need I/A in PNW for 170B

Rick Moore The Pilot Shop in Arlington Washington (KAWO) (360) 403-7428 I've been happy with Rick's work. He's a small-low overhead operation, however he does good work and he seems to know old Cessna's. Especially the 0-300. He also is happy to work owner-assist. I would highly recommend him for pr...
by N5796C
Mon Feb 09, 2009 10:14 pm
Forum: The Hangar
Topic: MA-3SPA -Overhaulers?
Replies: 6
Views: 2798

MA-3SPA -Overhaulers?

I have a carb that may be in need of overhaul.

Anyone have recommendations on Overhaul shops?
by N5796C
Thu Dec 11, 2008 11:02 pm
Forum: The Pilot Lounge
Topic: C-170B Tailwheel spring Length
Replies: 16
Views: 17451

Re: C-170B Tailwheel spring Length

OK,

I've got the ARi L-19 bracket installed on my 170a. However, the origianl spring stack is too thick??? 3 springs almost fit perfectly?? Any ideas?